Golf is a sport driven by the feet. Walking from shot to shot, every step bringing you closer to the hole. Every element of your shot – the traction, the torque, the power and the precision – comes from the ground up, and few know this better than 3-time Major Champion Jordan Spieth.
Ok time for a rerun of our GolfPunk rant. The three-minute rule is a good one and it is intended to speed up play like the other good rule change, putting with the pin in. I am sure most pros did not expect to suffer too much from the rule change but then they are not playing Royal Portrush every day.
Following on from our recent rant concerning etiquette the writer took to the course this morning. It was a stableford competition (points system) a normally quicker format as a lost ball is not the end of the world and if you can’t score on a hole you pick up. It is those lovely medal events that often bring the course to a grinding halt with all competitors having to finish out every hole.
Lilac was the colour of the day at The Masters as the leaders appeared to have coordinated their wardrobes to don shirts of the same hue. The three players that lead in to the final round chose the colour for their shirt with Tiger again modelling a very snazzy mock turtle neck number. Ian Poulter, always one to be different, went instead for a lilac pair of strides.
It’s the Golf Brigadier here, and I’ve never had a proper pair of golf shorts before in all my days of golf foozling. Not a real, proper pair, actually designed for the golf course. Until I received a pair of adidas Ultimate 3654 golf shorts.
Jordan Spieth was two months old the last time Team USA won the Ryder Cup on European soil, when Tom Watson led the Americans to a 15-13 victory over Europe in England. But now he's playing in his third Ryder Cup and will be coming properly suited and booted.
When you meet Jordan Spieth, what strikes you isn’t a win-at-all costs, day-in and day-out grind type of athlete. Calm, cool and unendingly polite, he smiles and introduces himself, a firm handshake belying a lean and lithe 6-foot-1 frame.
The last round has been completed and the final ball has been putted. Marking the end of the 2018 Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship. In what was once again an incredibly successful week, Nailcote Hall in Warwickshire played host to the four-day event that saw Challenge Tour star, Steven Tiley crowned champion.
Steven Tiley has won this year’s Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship following a dramatic final day at Nailcote Hall. Tiley scored -6 on the Cromwell Course to clinch victory and the €50,000 prize that comes with it.
Steve Staunton has won this year’s first Celeb-Am at the Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship. Staunton put in a stunning performance on the Cromwell Course to clinch victory with a score of +1 (35). He fought off competition from the likes of ex-Manchester United star Clayton Blackmore and former Strictly judge Len Goodman.
Under Armour scripting has Jordan Spieth prepared to battle the elements at Bellerive.
They’re twins perhaps best known for being stars of one of the biggest film franchise of all time, Harry Potter, but James and Oliver Phelps have also become regular faces at golf courses across the country. This year, they will be returning to the Farmfoods British Par 3 Championships.
The time is just about here for one of the most exciting Majors on the calendar, the U.S. Open. Here’s Jordan Spieth’s Under Armour scripting for his campaign.
The Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship is getting ready to support the next generation of golfing stars with its junior qualifier. The qualifier will give young players the opportunity to rub shoulders with the professionals at this summer’s Championship.
Jordan Spieth is one of the best golfers on the PGA Tour these days. Still just 24, the Dallas native already has a trio of major trophies on his mantle and he is only a PGA Championship victory from completing the career sweep of the Tour’s most prestigious tournaments. Spieth will be looking to improve upon his 2015 second-place finish at the PGA later this year.
Ian Woosnam OBE has been confirmed as one of the first professional players for this years Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship
With the Masters knocking on our door, it’s time to look at what some of the key contenders will be teeing it up in.
The latest potential change, according to a Golfweek report, will allow club officials to lengthen the par-5 13th hole, which is one of the most famous risk-reward par-5′s in the game, and the last hole in Augusta’s famed Amen Corner.
Jordan Spieth has been elected chairman of the PGA Tour’s Player Advisory Council, despite Billy Hurley III’s brilliant attack ad.
What does it mean to be MADE TO SCORE? Does it mean hitting the longest drives or making the most incredible shots with every swing? In truth, it’s in the way you approach the game; the obsession over what others dismiss as the little things.
Ryder Cup hero Tony Jacklin CBE is to return as tournament host for the 2018 Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship.
The Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship has revealed that ex-England and Nottinghamshire cricketer, James Taylor will be returning to Nailcote Hall for the 2018 edition.
Wilson Staff, the pioneering brand in low compression golf ball technology, has completely re-designed the construction of its popular DX2 Soft and DX3 Soft Spin balls to enhance their performance for the 2018 season.
TaylorMade have gone back to the drawing board for 2018, and come out with a new technology to help everyone hit better iron shots.
Every so often a club manufacturer claims that they have a game changer on their hands. The next big leap? According to TaylorMade it's Twist Face.
Here's a great Instagram posting of Jordan Spieth holing out on a golf simulator and going completely beserk! They all count after all.
Wilson Golf is introducing its first ever (Crossover) wood range featuring FLX Face™ Power Hole Technology which the brand believes to be its best ever in offering adjustability, forgiveness and distance.
Jordan Spieth will be defending his Australian Open title this week, and will be enjoying a $1 million payday before he even tees off.
It's all, on down the last. In fact, it's all on down to the last putt. Jordan Spieth v former President Barack Obama... and then this happened... And what did Obama say to Spieth that stopped him sleeping for a week?...
Jordan Spieth appeared on the Late Late Show this week with James Corden. And James Cordon set him a challenge with a bit of a difference.
Jordan Spieth has presented Royal Birkdale with the three iron that won him the 2017 open.
Just over a month on from his second victory in the Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship, Pro-Am winner Richard O’Hanlon has reflected on what proved to be a stunning victory at Nailcote Hall in August.
Words we never thought we would here from such a staunch competitor but Jordan Spieth has told reporters that second place in the final two events is okay for the three-time major champion as that will mean he will finish as the PGA Tours FedEx cup champion and pocket the cool $10 million bonus fund awarded for topping the points standings.
Highlights from the 2017 Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship will be broadcast over the next month on Sky Sports Golf and Sky Sports Mix.
GolfPunk sends the GolfSpiv to the Farm Foods British Par 3 Championship to experience the event first hand. Here's how he got on.
The 2017 Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship concluded today with former Liverpool and England striker Robbie Fowler winning the final Celeb–AM. He claimed victory in a thrilling final round with a score of +3.
We caught up with the Owner of Nailcote Hall, Rick Cressman, to talk about why he loves the British Par 3 Championship so much.
Golf, Spiderman (Dominic's son!) and a new golf book unveiled by comedian, broadcaster and all round duderino Dominic Holland at the Farmfoods Par 3 Championship...
2010 champion Richard O’Hanlon has won his second Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship by two shots, after a tense final day of the Pro–Am on the Cromwell Course.
The 2017 British Par 3 Championship gets under way today, with a host of celebrity and professional names set to take to the Cromwell Course at Nailcote Hall across the week.
With GolfPunk acting as the Official Media Partner for the British Par 3 Championship, it is time to finally unveil the part that I am going to play as one of their GolfPunks.
Check out our review of the Bettinardi Inovai 3.0. It might just be the softest feeling metal putter you'll ever try...
GolfPunkhq.com has teamed up with the Farm Foods British Par 3 Championship as an official media partner. We love Par 3 golf, and want to absolutely support this one. Here’s how you can get your free tickets.
Legend of the game and two–time Major winner, Tony Jacklin firmly backs Par 3 golf as the future of the game, saying the exciting format will “give new life to the game.”
Jordan Spieth has been celebrating his 24th birthday in style, and using the Claret Jug as the ultimate cake stand!
PXG have launched the 0311X links beating, wind cheating driving iron perfect for keeping the ball in play on those tough blowy days.
There’s fresh controversy about Jordan Spieth’s drop on the 13th, as a little bird has told us that he dropped it in completely the wrong place.
What kept Jordan Spieth going when things got tough while winning The Open? Incredible mental strength. Astounding putting prowess. Comfy performance pyjamas. Sorry what?
Jordan Spieth has won The Open at Royal Birkdale, and he's done it with a full bag of Titleist equipment.
Prior to hitting a ball at The Open Championship, Jordan Spieth made a brave assessment of the task that faced him.
Two young boys have recreated Jordan Spieth’s celebration, when he holed out from a bunker to win the Travelers Championship. Take it away young fellas.
Jordan Spieth was making his debut at the TPC River Highlands Course in Connecticut, and he made light work on day one, with eight birdies and a solitary bogey to take a one–shot lead at the Travelers Championship with a 7 under 63.
Here's how Jordan Spieth will be dressed for next week's US Open, and of course he's head to foot in Under Armour.
Cleveland Golf has announced the addition of a distinctive new Tour RAW finish to its advanced–performance RTX–3 wedge family, that was launched to much acclaim in September last year.
Following his fall last night, Dustin Johnson is no longer the clear favourite for The Masters. He's now in a three way tie with Jordan Spieth and Rory McIlroy at 7/1 with online bookmakers 888sport.
Jordan Spieth's new Under Armour signature golf shoes –the Spieth One – are available at retail today.
Jordan Spieth shot a consecutive 65 to dominate on moving day at the AT&T Pro–Am at Pebble beach. He's now leading Brandt Snedecker by six clear shots. This Texan is on fire.
Jordan Spieth confronted a group of autograph seekers after they became abusive when he refused to sign objects for them ahead of the Pebble Beach Pro–Am, and used some strong language to make his point.
With the Approach G30 Garmin introduces a new compact GPS golf handheld that easily slips into your pocket or can be mounted almost anywhere.
Tiger got off to an amazing start in the third round of the Hero World Challenge at Albany in the Bahamas. But could he keep the momentum going?
Women account for just 24% of golfers worldwide, yet the number of prospective female players could add $35 billion to the global golf economy. Simples?
A rare collection of photographic slides showing the 1963 Open Championship at Royal Lytham has been discovered at an auction in Manchester.
Jordan Spieth is desperate for that Ryder Cup. And he thinks his time is now.
Check out the latest irons from PXG, the extra forgiving 0311XF.
We love Jordan Spieth at GP Towers. He just comes across as such an unaffected, down to earth, good-natured fellow. And here's him signing a fans Budweiser bottle at Bethspage on Friday. We love the gesture.
Mallet putters are slowly taking over the tours, here are Cleveland's three new TFi 2135 mallet models for 2017.
National Spelling Bee Co-Champion Jairam Hathwar said that Jordan Spieth was his hero. And Jordan duly invited the thirteen year old to join him at Bethpage Black before the Barclays. Here's what occured.
Jordan Spieth chats about what it's like joking on the green with Bill Murray and shows off his skills by attempting to hit a marshmallow into Jimmy Fallon's mouth on The Tonight Show.
Cleveland have launched a blockbuster of a new wedge. Check out the RTX-3
Last night wasn't a total washout, check out the best of yesterday's action from the third round of the PGA Championship...
It was a record-breaking day on the Cromwell course at The Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship, as Mark Mouland watched Richard O’Hanlon equal the course record with a fantastic -8 and then went on to complete the round himself in an incredible -10, setting a new course record.
European Senior Tour winner Mark Mouland finished at the top of the scoreboard today as the Professional competition in the Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship came to its conclusion.
The Grove has teamed up with Titleist and The European Tour, to create a unique birdie challenge as part of the build up to the 2016 British Masters supported by Sky Sports, which takes place from October 13-16.
Jordan Spieth has been wearing 'smart' golf shoes, courtesy of his sponsor Under Armour. Here's what they do.
European Tour star Tommy Fleetwood, who won the Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship in 2013, will return to Nailcote Hall and will aim to make history by becoming the first player to win the title more than once.
Jordan Spieth is better than us mere mortals. Here he proves it.
Here's Jordan Speith's new ad for Coke. And it properly ties into the weather they have been having at Oakmont.
It's an Olympic year, and Callaway are going for gold with their new MD3 Gold Nickel wedges...
Adidas launch their most advanced and comfortable golf shoe ever.
Jordan Spieth did his best Street Fighter 2 impression last night as he won the Dean and DeLuca Invitational.
How this plastic toy is better at golf than you, and he definitely has a better caddy!
Jordan Spieth had a right old time at Armour Day.
How Jordan Spieth lost the Masters, as an 8-Bit Ninteno NES game!
Jordan Spieth has made TIME Magazine’s list of the Top-100 Most Influential People list, and he’s the only golfer on the list.
Jack Nicklaus won 18 majors. He came second 19 times. To win you, have to be ready to lose. It’s an important message that Jordan Spieth needs to learn quickly if his capitulation at the masters isn’t going to affect him. Jack Nicklaus wrote this publc note to Jordan and eventual winner Danny Willet via Twitter.
Watch the best of last nights golf right here.
Jordan Spieth has played at Augusta National a total of three times, including this year's Masters. This infographic shows you exactly why.
There were nine holes in one last night at the Masters Par 3 Contest. 9. From 80 year old legend Gary Player, playing with Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson, to back to back aces from Rickie Fowler and Justin Thomas, they're all here.
Jordan's new driver helps him take the lead with a 66 in the first round at The Masters
Under Armour is partnering with Full Swing Golf to create an interactive golf experience in Chicago. You'll get to experience what it is like to putt like Jordan Spieth.
The Masters kicks off one week today with the famous Masters Par 3 Competition. It's a fun event for the pros, and their caddies get the afternoon off. This is what our friends at Gleneagles are doing in honour of this event.
He's earned multiple millions this year on his way to bagging the Masters, The US Open and the FedExCup. Not to mention the $25 million through endorsements. So, he's entitled to buy himself a fancy pad. Here it is: Jordan's 7,400 square-foot Preston Hollow home in Dallas. And what he gets up to of a day time...
Bill Haas took the lead on the third day of the Valspar Championship, from Graham DeLaet, AKA the greatest beard in golf. But more impressively after his terrible start to the week Jordan Spieth has got himself into the top ten going into the last day at Innsisbrook.
Jordan Spieth takes on the internet trolls, and he's got some major-winning back up...
Jordan Spieth had a shocker last night, shooting his worst ever first round in a tournament (79), and amazingly missing eight putts from inside 10 feet at the Northern Trust Open.
Why bother lacing up when you can just twist the Boa dial? Check out the adidas TOUR360 BOOST BOA.
It looks like Jordan Spieth has been kidnapped, chained to a radiator in a basement somewhere and forced to recite a carefully worded speech on behalf of corporate giants Coca Cola.
For the first time in 13 years Tiger Woods was not the top earner in golf. And we can all guess who has overtaken him.
30 under. Eight clear of the field. Seven wins by the age of 23. Jordan Spieth is that damn good, and he's going nowhere. And when I say nowhere, I don't obviously mean he's not going anywhere. I mean, well, you know...
